Page 115 of Emergence and Ascendance

“If you didn’t want my honesty, you shouldn’t have asked.”

If looks could kill…

Alex jerked a hand over his head then down his face. “Considering the way my sister reacted when she saw you at the door, she wants you here, but she’s still my sister. I need to know whatever the fuck this is between the two of you won’t hurt her.”

“I’m not going to tell you what’s between us because how much you know is completely up to your sister but I will tell you that you don’t have to worry about me doing anything to hurt Scotlyn.”

He glared at me for a long moment then gave me a stiff nod. Neither the timing nor situation wasn’t ideal, I understood that. If I were in his position, my reaction would have been ten times worse.

“I’m aware you were bidding on the same property my sister was trying to purchase. Is that what this is about?”

“No. I’m no longer interested in that property and Scotlyn owns it. She received the title two days ago. If I wanted it, I would have to purchase it from your sister.”

His eyes narrowed. “You can still make things difficult for her. That’s your city, Devereaux. I’m well aware of who you are.”

I smiled arrogantly. “Good, then keep your fucking threats to a minimum. I have two sisters, so I understand your position,but I’m giving you my word that I’m here to make things for yours better, not worse.”

His eyes narrowed and I almost fucking laughed. Based on the look he gave me, he clearly understood the double meaning. Alex moved closer and got in my face. “You hurt my sister and I will hurt you in ways you can’t even imagine. Keep that in mind.”

I smiled cockily once more then he stepped away and left the kitchen. I had respect for Alex. He loved his sister and was willing to threaten me on her behalf, regardless of my reputation, but I meant what I said. I was the last person he needed to worry about when it came to Scotlyn.

Before I could get back to the woman in question and keep my word, the second Whitney was in my face. Valerie. She looked me up and down before angling her head to the side and crossing her arms over her chest. She and Scotlyn looked a lot alike. Identical faces, same eyes but Valerie’s skin was more caramel while her sister’s was more of a deep rich chocolate.

“I’m sure my brother gave you the whole barbaric ‘touch my sister and die’ speech and while I believe that’s necessary, I’m a woman. So what’s more important to me is how you feel about Scot. She’s been through a lot, and while I believe she deserves the right to enjoy a man who has all this to offer…” Her eyes moved over me from head to toe. “Even if she’s just having a little fun, my sister also needs someone who will truly make her happy. Orgasms come and go. While you look like you’re fully capable of providing the best kind, I want to know if that’s all you plan on giving her.”

“What makes you think I’m giving her orgasms?”

I arched my brow and she tilted her head in challenge more, not here for my shit. I chuckled and locked eyes with her. “My goal is to provide your sister with whatever she’s willing to receive. While I’m very skilled with the ability of handing outorgasms, I’m also a man who fully understands what your sister brings to the table and it’s not just her body.”

“You’re a man but do you have intentions of beingherman?”

Was that what I was offering?

“My intentions, yes, but that’s completely up to your sister. I can’t fill a role she’s not willing to let me occupy. But there’s very little I want that I’m not able to obtain, and I want your sister, so does that answer your question?”

I wanted Scotlyn…

Valarie smiled. “Yes, that answers my question.”

“Val, can you give us a minute?” My eyes moved over Valerie’s head and locked on Scotlyn who was standing in the entrance of the kitchen. Valerie nodded and left me but stopped in front of her sister, hugged her, then whispered something private between the two of them that made Scotlyn choke on a laugh before she left. When she approached me, I lifted her around the waist, set her on the counter, and stepped between her legs.

“You going to share?”

Scotlyn’s hand moved to my side as she toyed with my shirt and shook her head gently. “No.”

I tucked her hair behind her ear and leaned in for a kiss. “Do you want me to leave?”

“No, I’m glad you came but I am curious as to why you’re here.”

“The goal was to fly in so I would be here after your meeting, have dinner to celebrate, then see how many times I could make you cum before we landed.”

She smiled slowly and curled her fingers into my shirt. “I guess I messed that up but thank you.”

I moved my hands to her ass and pulled her closer. “For offering to make you cum?”

Scotlyn’s beautiful smile surfaced. “For this.” She pulled me closer. “No matter what got you here, you’re here.”

I kissed her again and Scotlyn’s shoulders dropped. “Today was exhausting.”

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